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Jess Asato MP

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Labour Member of Parliament for Lowestoft jess.asato.mp@parliament.uk

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Heidi Alexander MP @heidialexander.bsky.social · 18h
As I said in my speech at conference, a train without level boarding is a job you can't take. All new Great British Railways trains will be level boarding, as standard. We’re building a railway that everyone can rely on. www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
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Rail passengers to benefit from pledge to close train platform gap
EXCLUSIVE: Disabled people, pregnant women and other commuters will have easier and safer rail journeys under plans to close the gap between trains and platforms
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Absolutely brilliant to hear Yvette Cooper call violence against women and girls an “epidemic” and for it to be formally treated as a “public health” crisis. Alongside the roll out of Steps to Safety to GPs this represents a clear commitment to tackling VAWG.
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Nerys Anthony @nerys-a.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Well attended & highly engaging launch of @childrenssociety.bsky.social report on Teenage Relationship Abuse at #Lab26 Thanks to @markrusselluk.bsky.social for chairing: our contributors, inc @jessasatomp.bsky.social: amazing young people who spoke & @tcspolicypractice.bsky.social for the hard work
Seven photos in a collage taken at fringe event in Labour Party conference. All photos either people talking, or standing smiling or listening to event.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
My case is about saying we do have rights, based in law - and it doesn’t matter how rich you are or how big you are, you have to abide by the law in our country. observer.co.uk/news/politic...
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The women taking on the tech giants over deepfakes and di...
Under new legal rules companies like TikTok could face big fines for failing to take down illegal intimate images. Yet victims say police are still finding it difficult to act
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
For too long, short-term cuts to public services have meant support being lost from our communities.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
New technology shouldn’t come at the expense of women’s safety. On @lbc.co.uk Cross Question with Iain Dale last week, we discussed Meta’s AI glasses and growing concerns about their use to covertly film and harass women in public.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Every baby deserves the best possible start in life. I recently spoke in Parliament in support of a new cross-party Bill aimed at improving support and outcomes for babies and young children, and making sure governments are held accountable for progress.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
AI has enormous potential to improve our lives, but we cannot afford to ignore the very serious warnings about where its development could lead. I spoke to BBC Radio 4's Today Programme about why I believe we need stronger action to make sure AI develops safely and responsibly.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Half of 16–24-year-old women have experienced misogynistic violence online and 1 in 7 have left social media because of it, according to new research by @refugecharity.bsky.social If tech companies won’t act to curb sexist abuse, then the Government must step in 👇 labourlist.org/2026/09/tech...
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'Tech companies must answer for online violence against women' - LabourList
Tech companies cannot be allowed to act with impunity when women's dignity, wellbeing and safety is on the line.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
I recently joined @usdawunion.bsky.social, Leeway, and colleagues at Tesco in Lowestoft for USDAW’s campaign raising awareness of domestic abuse, the support available to those experiencing it, and the important role workplaces can play in helping people feel safe and supported.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
The Government have today confirmed that, from April, employees who lose an immediate family member – including through pregnancy loss – will be entitled to take two weeks' leave.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
The Government have announced £14 million in targeted funding to identify what works to prevent violence against women and girls and grow successful local projects.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
The Prime Minister has today announced that new courtrooms for specialist rape and serious sex offences will be rolled out across every Crown Court in England and Wales within the next two years.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
From this Sunday, passengers with cancelled trains will be able to take other operators’ services to complete their journeys without needing to buy a new ticket.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
I am glad that the Government have backed @munirawilson.bsky.social’s Private Member’s Bill – and will ban making, selling, or owning child-like sexual abuse dolls. These disgusting dolls should not exist, and anyone found breaching this new ban will face up to 5 years behind bars.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
An interesting statistic from this report: half of headteachers say their school has experienced an incident involving pupil image misuse, manipulation or an extortion attempt. 👇 aidosprotects.com/in-plain-sight
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In Plain Sight: the 2026 school image report – Aidos Protects
Our 2026 national research with 500 UK headteachers on AI, school photography and the duty to protect. Nearly half have already had an incident. Free to read.
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Heidi Alexander MP @heidialexander.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
The bereaved families of military personnel should always be at the heart of our acts of remembrance as a nation. The extension of free rail travel to next of kin on national rail services to events between 7 and 8 November is the right thing to do. I am proud this Government is acting.
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Alison McGovern @allymcgovern.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Not so sure about the result today but so good to have LFC support for Together Against Suicide, thanks also to the Samaritans ♡
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Today and every day it is our moral duty to help people when they are thinking about taking their own life.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
This is a dangerous way to make law on life and death.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Whilst the public wants MPs to focus on other issues, supporters want to railroad this Bill through Parliament.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Supporters now seem keen on railroading through the Assisted Dying Bill because they argue it was filibustered in the House of Lords by a small group of opponents. The only problem is, that isn’t true. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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I am sending the assisted dying bill back to the Lords – and this time, peers must do the right thing | Lauren Edwards
The will of the elected chamber – and a popular, compassionate piece of legislation – must not be frustrated again by a small minority of peers, says Labour MP for Rochester and Strood Lauren Edwards
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
This Bill isn't safe.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
No company or government knows how to build superintelligent AI safely or ensure it remains under human control. I’m proud to support this Bill to prohibit superintelligence, which experts warn poses a risk of human extinction. www.thetimes.com/business/tec...
thetimes.com
‘Godfather of AI’ warns of catastrophic consequences for humanity
Geoffrey Hinton has called on the government to prohibit the development of superpowerful AI systems, as losing control could ‘lead to human extinction’
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
This Bill isn't safe.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
This Bill isn't safe.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
This Bill isn't safe.
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Chris Curtis MP @chriscurtis94.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
I have written to the Market Research Society and the British Polling Council asking them to launch a full investigation into the conduct of JL Partners, following the story covered on Channel 4 news. Full letter below.
I will post a full copy of the letter on my website later with link in follow up tweet as too many characters for here.I will post a full copy of the letter on my website later with link in follow up tweet as too many characters for here.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
This Bill isn't safe.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
This Bill isn't safe.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
This is a deeply complex and literally life-changing Bill. We’re no longer talking about the principle – this is real, and it is not safe. The Assisted Dying Bill returns to Parliament on 11 September.
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Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Labour sisters, planning to attend #Lab26? Join us for hints and hacks at our pre-Conference online workshop on 15 Sept at 8pm. Book your place: www.lwn.org.uk/getting_conf...
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
So-called sleep porn depicts non-consensual sex which is illegal. So why is it still accessible on social media and pornography platforms and why hasn’t Ofcom tackled this illegal content sooner? Important investigation by @constancekampfner.bsky.social www.thetimes.com/article/e523...
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Revealed: social media content depicting sex assaults on sleeping women
A Times investigation finds the material has had millions of views on platforms such as X, Reddit and Pornhub, despite UK laws banning depictions of rape
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
The Government have announced that, from October, serious sexual and violent offenders will be able to be confined to areas just a few miles wide after leaving prison on licence.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Important article opposing assisted dying by my colleague @zubirahmed.bsky.social I agree with him that “A postcode lottery in care cannot be ignored while debating a new legal pathway for people at the end of their life.” www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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As a doctor, I say this: before we even consider assisted dying, fix how we care for the most vulnerable | Zubir Ahmed
A person’s wish to die can be shaped by whether they have access to proper palliative care – and too many do not, says Labour MP and transplant surgeon Zubir Ahmed
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
I am delighted that the Government have today committed £8.7 million to continue and expand Rape Crisis’s vital free Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Line.
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Simon Lightwood MP @simonlightwood.org.uk · 17/08/2026
Where will your free bus adventure take you? 🚌☀️ Kids aged 5–15 can travel free on most local buses across England throughout August from castles and beaches to safari parks and national parks! Here are 14 brilliant ideas 👇 www.timeout.com/uk/news/14-s...
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14 scenic attractions that kids can reach for free this summer
Including Hadrian’s Wall, Chatsworth Estate and more
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The Guardian @theguardian.com · 11/08/2026
Meta glasses banned from courts in England and Wales
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Meta glasses banned from courts in England and Wales
Exclusive: Court service says anyone trying to enter buildings with glasses will have them confiscated and returned when they leave Courts in England and Wales have joined a number of restaurants, theatres and pubs in banning Meta glasses, amid a mounting backlash against what has been described as “spyware”. Last month courts in New York announced a ban on the controversial glasses, which can record video footage while being worn. Continue reading...
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Laura Phillips @lauraphillips.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
The maximum length of Closure Orders will also double from 6 to 12 months to stop "illegal vape shops and dodgy barber shops" reopening before investigations are complete
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Laura Phillips @lauraphillips.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Vape shops will also need planning permission to prevent them from opening near schools, while the definition of a vape shop will be tightened to stop businesses avoiding the rules by claiming to be general convenience stores or retailers
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Laura Phillips @lauraphillips.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Burnham will scrap the Gambling Act's "Aim to Permit" rule, which currently restricts the ability of councils to refuse new betting shops and 24-hour slot machine shops even where there are local concerns .
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Laura Phillips @lauraphillips.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Politics UK: 🚨 BREAKING: Andy Burnham has announced new powers to limit the spread of vape and betting shops They will now need to get planning permission and Closure Orders will double from 6 to 12 months to tackle "dodgy barber shops"
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sianushka.bsky.social @sianushka.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Horrendous sexism and sexual abuse against female junior soldiers in AFC Harrogate. I’m so sick of reading this same story about this “outstanding for welfare” college. Great report by Sima Kotecha www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Women tell BBC of rape and abuse at Army teen college
They say the incidents happened at the Army Foundation College in Harrogate when they were aged 17.
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Some deeply disturbing stats from @kickitoutofficial.bsky.social on sexism and misogyny in the 2025/26 football season 👇
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Phil Brickell MP @philbrickellmp.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
There’s a small circle of crypto billionaires and foreign speculators who look at British politics and see an opportunity to make money. And right now, they're bankrolling Nigel Farage's Reform UK to achieve their commercial ends 👇 www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
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Revealed: George Cottrell transferred $2m to his mother days before her donations to Reform UK
Exclusive: Sources say Fiona Cottrell told bankers the transfers, received 24-72 hours before her donations to Reform, came from her son
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FiLiA @filiacharity.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
We support @jessasatomp.bsky.social in taking action against these abusive images. #ElonMusk #ai @saia1.bsky.social www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
mirror.co.uk
Musk AI tool 'designed to create harmful content' warns Labour MP in court fight
EXCLUSIVE: Labour MP Jess Asato is taking legal action against Elon Musk's xAI, the platform behind Grok, after the chatbot created fake images of her in a bikini
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Stop AI Abuse @saia1.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
BREAKING NEWS: www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic... @jessasatomp.bsky.social
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Musk AI tool 'designed to create harmful content' warns Labour MP in court fight
EXCLUSIVE: Labour MP Jess Asato is taking legal action against Elon Musk's xAI, the platform behind Grok, after the chatbot created fake images of her in a bikini
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Today, I've released the details of my legal claim against xAI. 👇 www.reuters.com/legal/govern...
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UK lawmaker suing Musk's xAI seeks order to stop Grok generating sexualised images
A British lawmaker suing ​Elon Musk's xAI over fake sexualised images of her created by the Grok AI platform said on ‌Tuesday she was seeking a court order to prevent the chatbot being able to generat...
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Despite strong age restrictions on pornography, this research shows that social media platforms are still showing sexualised content to children. That’s why the government’s social media ban needs to stay on track to ensure children can be protected. www.thetimes.com/uk/technolog...
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The ‘funnel to pornography’ promoted to children on TikTok
OnlyFans performers use social media sites to tout their services — and users as young as 14 can face an avalanche of adverts
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Jess Asato MP @jessasatomp.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
"Women have never achieved any change without being optimistic and without recognising that when we do get together, we can make a big difference. We just have to keep going." I spoke to Grazia about my legal action against xAI 👇 graziadaily.co.uk/life/in-the-...
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'I Know How Degrading It Is To Be Digitally Stripped': Inside One MP's Battle With Elon Musk
Jess Asato was a target of insulting and sexual content made with Elon Musk’s xAI tool Grok. Now she’s pursuing a legal case against them, reports Charlotte Lytton. Read more at Grazia.
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